1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
